Actually, all my crocheted bees are my own design, but I wrote no patterns for them. I just make them as I go and could never crochet another one exactly the same.
I too use my own patterns, or check with the designer (whether I've purchased the item, or found it free--they too are copyrighted) to see if it's all right. So far, I've only asked a few, but received the go ahead each time.
As for an acceptable am…
Yup, that makes sense- as long as it doesn't say you can't sell from them, you're fine. :)
Wow, people really get into a fuss about patterns like that? I don't get how people can be concerned about patterns for simple things where it's likely other…
This is very similar to software and music copyright law. Buying patterns is treated as buying an intellectual license. Buying the rights to enjoy a copy for personal use at home is not the same as buying the rights to make profit, or even donate to…
I always sell things from patterns. I get my patterns that are listed free online - or certain ones I pay for (e-Pattern Central or Annie's Attic) and I also checked with Etsy when I first started and they said "as long as you crocheted the item you…
I agree with Laura- I only sell things from patterns I have permission to sell finished things from, or from patterns I make myself. Even if I didn't get caught using a pattern I wasn't allowed to sell from, I'd just feel too guilty selling from it…
Hi Stephanie,
Welcome to EtsyHookers. What unique crochet you do. Very nice.
Congratulations on your about to be new addition to your family.
I used to live in Lincoln. Loved it - such a neat city and so well laid out. The easiest city to get aro…